1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (433 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (279 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 820 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | V8 Zagato | 340 Mexico |
Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4101 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 433 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 159 L |